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17 September 2026

International

While it was reported on September 17, 2026, that the United States refused to issue visas to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and his delegation to attend the 81st United Nations (UN) General Assembly, he will address the assembly via a pre-recorded video message. In his address to the General Assembly, Abbas will reiterate Palestine's commitment to the two-state solution and international law, while warning that Israeli settlement expansion and violence in the West Bank are narrowing the chances for establishing an independent state. Additionally, in this speech, he will announce the date for holding legislative elections and condemn Israel's attacks on Gaza.

In an upcoming scheduled speech, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is expected to renew the call for a two-state solution to achieve a permanent resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, anticipated on September 17, 2026. In this address, he is expected to highlight the importance of securing the freedom and rights of the Palestinian people and establishing an independent state in accordance with international law. Furthermore, reports indicate he will urge the international community to exert more pressure toward implementing the two-state solution to achieve regional stability and lasting peace.

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Politics

On September 17, 2026, the PNC Congress unanimously passed a motion by 1,119 delegates to award the 2028 presidential ticket to President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu without a primary. In this meeting, the President spoke regarding salaries and persons with disabilities. It has been revealed that Namza has resigned from the PNC Senate. PNF has submitted a case to the police requesting a criminal investigation into EC President Mohamed Shakeel over the issue of PNF members being removed from the party registry without their consent and transferred to other parties using their ID cards. Former President Mohamed Nasheed has called for the resolution of former President Abdulla Yameen's cases and the release of Shaamin. Relevant authorities have held discussions on strengthening security measures in Maldivian prisons. Police have begun 24-hour monitoring of 25 areas in Malé where gangs operate. Police have arrested a man who stole two frying pans from a shop.

Economy

Debates have arisen surrounding the completion of the payment for the 150 million dollar debt owed to India. In an interview given to MMTV on September 17, 2026, the Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed stated that despite global economic challenges, investments worth approximately 12 billion dollars are currently ongoing in the Maldives. In addition, the Ministry of Finance has noted that the increase in shopping from e-commerce platforms is a major challenge facing the economy. The maiden voyage of the Agri-boat, dedicated to transporting agricultural produce, has commenced from Malé to L. Atoll. Furthermore, a team from STELCO has conducted a survey related to the generators being installed under the Addu electricity project.

Health

Highlighting the importance of raising parental awareness regarding childhood cancer and early detection, the First Lady requested full cooperation for healthcare professionals. In line with the World Health Organization's childhood cancer targets, and to enhance treatment and awareness for the disease in the Maldives, the Cancer Society of Maldives and Male' City Group of Hospitals are scheduled to hold the "Caring Beyond the Cure: Mental Health in Childhood Cancer" workshop at Dharumavantha Hospital.